No More Gloom
“Nevertheless, there will be no more gloom for those who were in distress.” Isaiah 9:1-7 For way too long, I had been carrying areas of sadness, gloom and distress in the deep areas of my heart. While reviewing my Prayer Journal that year, the Lord revealed to me that...
When God’s Plans are Not Convenient
“So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem…He went there to register with Mary…” Luke 2:4-5 I cannot imagine a worse time for the government to require everyone return to their hometown to register for a census....
The Value of Quiet Space
“…God sent the angel Gabriel…to a virgin pledged to be married…The virgin’s name was Mary.” Luke 1:26-27 I must confess, it’s very hard for me to cultivate quiet blocks of time into my day, especially around Christmas. I usually get up for my quiet time ─ but...
Are You Prepared for the Holidays?
We love the holidays! We love the sights, smells and tastes of Thanksgiving and Christmas! We love reconnecting with friends and family. We love to ride around looking at Christmas lights. We love the opportunity the New Year brings to begin anew. We so desperately...
4 Ways to Determine if a Friendship is Worth Your While
“A sweet friendship refreshes the soul.” Proverbs 27:9 By: Melissa Bell Who we surround ourselves with determines our future. Good friendships will give us confidence, increase our sense of belonging, and have a positive influence in all areas of our lives. Meanwhile,...